By Jamell Andrews Carotenoids are natural antioxidants that have been found to improve immune function even lower the risk of cancer and other diseases. Getting these benefits is as simple as adding certain foods to your diet and an easy…
Natural Ways to Reduce Inflammation
Prevent Inflammation, Disease, Pain without Drugs You get a splinter in your finger, and you notice that the area where the splinter is lodged gets red, swollen and starts to throb with pain. Or you get a headache — you…
E-Cigarette Explosions
Exploding E-Cigarettes Can Injure Users Seriously, Cause Fires Electronic cigarettes came on the market only recently, heralded as healthier, safer alternatives for cigarette smokers wanting to quit smoking. Instead of cancer-causing smoke, lung-coating tar, and the thousands of chemicals in…
Cholesterol Not as Bad as Once Thought
Health Experts Now Agree: Cholesterol Not as Bad as Most Doctors Believed For decades, Americans were told that they needed to carefully watch their cholesterol, as high cholesterol was linked to cardiovascular disease. Prescriptions in the United States for cholesterol-lowering…
Living Near Busy Roads and Cardiac Death
Women Living Near Major Roads May Face Greater Risk of Sudden Cardiac Death, Says Study A large study published in October, 2014 in the American Heart Association’s journal Circulation found that women who live near roads with heavy traffic may…
Walking Periodically for Just a Few Minutes Is Very Beneficial When Sitting for Hours, Study Finds
Studies have made quite clear in recent years just how important frequent exercise is for reducing the risk of many common modern-day maladies — from high blood cholesterol, to diabetes, to memory and cognition impairments and even some cancers. We’ve…
Cardiovascular Health in Young Adults Is Important for Brain Function in Midlife
Cardiovascular Health in Young Adults Is Important for Brain Function in Midlife Previous studies have found that cardiovascular disease in middle age or later is associated with mental decline in older years. A new study indicates that, likewise, poor cardiovascular…
Poor Cardiovascular Health Can Lead to Decreased Memory and Cognition, Says Study
Having a healthy cardiovascular system is of course important for long-term health and longevity. A new study finds that it is also associated with better memory and cognitive function. The study found that people with poor cardiovascular health were more…
Is Mold Inside a Home Bad for Your Health?
Molds are different types of fungi that grow both outdoors and indoors; while they prefer damp, shady environments, molds can grow in any climate, year-round. Depending on the type, molds can have a dark-green appearance or they can look black.…
Is Not Eating Enough Fiber Bad for the Heart?
Two large reviews of studies on dietary fiber published recently confirm findings in previous studies, which showed that eating enough fiber is beneficial for our heart and circulatory systems (as well as our digestive systems and general health). The studies…